TIMESINDONESIA, SUMBA TIMUR – East Sumba has been known to conceal natural and cultural attractions. No wonder thousands of local and foreign tourist coming to this place to see the beauty with their own eyes. From their natural to cultural, each will make your jaw drop and give you an unforgettable experience during your holiday.
Rambu Intan, a local cultural observer said that the local culture has had their own fans since this place was firstly introduced to the public. The local belief with all rituals they do makes this place feels more magical. Especially with a fix timetable they have which allow the tourist to set their time of arrival in this place.
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There are dozens of tradition and ritual done by the local community which will give the tourist some exotic experience during their travel. Let's say the Mangenjing, a tradition done by the local to pray and bless the savanna, the trees, and the lical community as well.
Not to mention Rambu, Purru La Mananga, a ritual to call for the rain or the Repit which is used to say their gratitude towards all the good things Hid has given to them. And loads more tradition done which has been adjusted by the local community towards their needs.
The King Burial Ceremony Becomes the Most Special Attraction
The king burial ceremony has been one awaited moments that worth to see. The local called it to send the king to Prai Mangapu or their ancestor after life. During this moment there will be a huge ceremony conducted by the local.
The morge will be bended down just like when they were just in the womb. Some of their belongings will be carried including those golds and clothing. The family and the attendees will sing some sad hymne for the exit music.
The tenun ikat could also be a good souvenir when you happened to visit the place. There tenun or hand made woven fabric will be available for man and woman with exotic pattern. "The center of the tenun ikat was located at Kanatang, Prailiu, Lambanapu, Kallu, Mauliru, Kawangu, Patawang, Pau, Rindi dan Kaliuda," Rambu Intan said as pointing to several tourism villages in East Sumba. (*)
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| Editor | : Khodijah Siti |
| Publisher | : Sofyan Saqi Futaki |
